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Cast & CrewFeb 27, 2026· 12 min· By Mitchell Hughes
Crew Roster - 16 Departments, Who Hires Who, What Each Costs
From DP to craft service, the 16 departments that staff a working production. Hierarchy, hire chain, day rates, kit fees, and the conversations every line producer has.
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